Floating Art at Sougeikan Floating Factory
SOUGEIKAN, led by researcher Eimei Okuda, explores the fascinating world of Floating Art. These mesmerizing creations are made from an original blend of highly flexible special materials submerged in water. The thin film of resin used in these artworks bears a striking resemblance to biological muscles. It reacts sensitively to even the slightest changes in water flow, resulting in movements reminiscent of living organisms.
SOUGEIKAN aims to extract the expressive power of this thin film resin—its delicacy and flexibility—to create floating sculptures that evoke the grace of living creatures.
Here are some specific types of Floating Art produced by SOUGEIKAN:
Floating Art - White type
These white floating sculptures emit bright light when exposed to white light or various colored LED lights. Among them, the artificial jellyfish type is often used as a rental service in places like hospital waiting rooms, offices, and stores.
Blacklight-Illuminated Floating Art
These sculptures contain fluorescent pigments and emit mysterious lights under blacklight. They are often showcased in exhibitions held in dimly lit spaces.
Swaying Bottom-Rooted floating objects
These unique floating objects appear to grow from the bottom and gently sway.
Flower-Like Shaped floating objects
